“Well
Tom,” Robert replies, “At least you didn't try and con me. How
did you know I was here?”
“Believe
it or not,” Tom's voice says, “I know a lot of things.”
“What's
that supposed to mean?”
“I know
that you came here looking for a girl. I know that you got here
because the Forest reluctantly helped you. I know that the girl came
here to find a bird. I know that she got here because this place
runs through her. And I know that the bird came here because he was
invited.”
“How do
you know all that?”
“Does it
matter, dude? Take a leap of faith. Let me help you.”
